Chinese Bronze Figural Statue of Female Attendant.

Chinese bronze figure of a female attendant or acolyte.

Size: 15 x 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in.

Chinese figural female bronze sculptures, often created during the late Ming and Qing dynasties, reflect both artistic refinement and symbolic meaning in Chinese decorative arts. These bronzes typically depict elegant court ladies, goddesses, or attendants, characterized by flowing robes, elaborate hairstyles, and serene expressions that embody ideals of grace, beauty, and virtue. Some represent Daoist or Buddhist figures such as Guanyin, while others evoke secular themes of refinement and leisure, holding objects like fans, flowers, or musical instruments. Crafted with rich patinas and fine detailing, these bronzes were prized as decorative objects for scholar’s studios, temples, and elite households, serving as both artistic statements and symbols of cultural values associated with femininity, harmony, and devotion.

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